Regulations Governing the Use of GNFC Camps
2004-2005 Short Term Camping Reservation Procedures
Cabin Capacities & Rental Charges
Weekend Camping Application (PDF)- all Council Camps:
                   Effective August 27, 2004 - May 23, 2005
Regulations Governing the Use of GNFC Camps (PDF)
2004-2005 Short Term Camping Reservation Procedures (PDF)
Cabin Capacities & Rental Charges (PDF)

1. EVERY group entering the camp must report to the Camp Ranger immediately upon entering the camp and check out with the Ranger before leaving.
2. All units must have at least 2 adult leaders at all times.
3. Cub Scout packs must adhere to the Cub Scout Camping Guidelines (Pub. #13-631). Pack overnighters are Pack organized events involving more than one family from a single Pack. Adults giving leadership to a Pack over nighter must complete Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) training to properly understand the importance of program intent, youth protection guidelines, health and safety,site selection, age-appropriate activities, and sufficient adult participation.
4. SLEDDING IS PROHIBITED AT CAMP STONEHAVEN.  At Schoellkopf Scout Reservation & Scouthaven sledding is in the area designated by the ranger
5. Ranger's permission to sled is required.
6. NO individuals or groups will be allowed to use the camp without a written permit issued by the Boy Scout Council Office.
7. FIRES may be kindled only in the regular fireplace or at a place in the open, specifically designated by the Ranger.
8. NO standing trees may be cut.
9. ALL fires must be attended at all times and carefully extinguished before departure.  Water is NOT to be used to extinguish fireplaces or wood stoves.
10. HACKING of trees, defacing of buildings or damaging of equipment will not be tolerated.  A fee will be assessed for damaged or lost equipment.
11. LATRINES are provided.  NO other place is to be used.
12. ALL tin cans, bottles, refuse and garbage must be placed in containers.
13. INSIDE and outside of buildings, as well as mattresses and bed, must be thoroughly cleaned before checking out.
14. USE drinking water only from approved sources.
15. Swimming, Boating, and other water activities in season will be allowed only upon permission of  Camp Ranger, Camp Director or Waterfront Director.  Violation of this important regulation will result in EXPULSION from camp.  NO PERSONAL Firearms are allowed in camp. Archery equipment may be used only at designated Archery Range under Certified Supervision.
16. ALCOHOLIC beverages and illegal drugs are NOT permitted in or on Council property.  Violation of this policy will result in immediate dismissal from camp.
17. Pets are not allowed.
18. NO parking except in designated area (Parking lots ONLY!)
19. All accidents of any nature must be reported to the Camp Ranger.


POSITION STATEMENT
Standard for Privacy on Trips or Outings To support the BSA policy of two -deep leadership on all trips or outings, we must address the sleeping arrangements of male and female leaders.
All leaders are expected to reflect high moral standards established by customs, traditional values, and religious teachings.
Male and female leadership requires separate sleeping facilities. Married couples may share the same quarters if appropriate facilities are available.
Male and female youth participants will not share the same sleeping facility. When staying in tents, no youth will stay in the tent of an adult other than his/her parent or guardian.
If housing is used other than tents, separate housing must be provided for both male and female participants. Adult male leaders must be responsible for the male participants. Adult female leaders must be responsible for the female participants.
Adult leadership needs to respect the privacy of youth members in situations such as changing into swimming suits or taking showers, and intruded only to the extent that health and safety require. They also need their own privacy in similar situations.

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**Schoellkopf Scout Reservation and Camp Scouthaven are available for use from August 27, 2004 to May 23, 2005.  Camp Stonehaven is available for use year round with the exception of the dates below.

If your Boy Scout Troop or Cub Scout Pack attended Summer Resident Camp at Camp Scouthaven or Camp Schoellkopf in 2003 or 2004; your unit will qualify for a 10% discount on all Cabin / Lean-To Rentals through May 2005.

1. Cabin reservations will be accepted by mail only, postmarked no earlier than August 23, 2004.   Beginning September 20, 2004,  walk-in reservations will be accepted at the Council Service Center office.  Phone reservations will be accepted only with the full fee charged to the Unit account or to a credit card.
2. Each unit may INITIALLY request only two (2) overnight camp-outs with 3 choices for each campout.
3. After October 4th, unlimited reservations may be made with payment in full for any opening on a first come - first served basis.
4. The total reservation fee for the total cabin/lean-to must accompany the Weekend Camping Application.  If a Unit cancels 4 weeks prior to the campout, 50% of the fee is refundable. If a Unit cancels less than 4 weeks notice, the fee is nonrefundable unless the cabin/lean-to is rented to another unit. If we close the camp(s) due to emergencies, weather, power failure, etc., refunds will be issued or fees can be transferred to another weekend. The Council Camping Director makes the final decision on camp closings.
5. A camping permit is issued only after the full fee is paid. Fees may be deducted from the unit account upon request if there are sufficient funds.
6. Firewood (seasonal) is $40.00 per 1/2 face cord or you may bring your own.  Firewood must be ordered and paid for prior to your arrival at camp.
7. All out of council units must present evidence of sickness and accident insurance.  Non-Scout groups must present evidence of $1 Million current liability and accident insurance for a permit to be issued.
8. All damages will be billed directly to units. Examples include broken window=$50, graffiti=$25 and up.



SHORT TERM CAMPING POLICY:  For registered Scout Units, a $1.00 fee per person per evening stay at each camp for Tent Camping is required, with a minimum of 5 people attending each campout.  (i.e. If your unit is camping both Friday and Saturday evening, a charge of $2.00 per person is what you owe.)  A Tent Camping Season Permit will no longer be required.  All fees must be paid 2 weeks prior to your campout. Arrangements for tent camping at Camp Stonehaven from June1st through August 30th must be made at the Council Service Center.   A roster of all attending participants MUST be presented to the Camp Ranger when you arrive for camp.

*****GNFC Camps are closed:*****

Labor Day	September 3, 2004- September 6, 2004
SSR & Scouthaven Hunting Season/Thanksgiving	November 22 - December 6, 2003
Christmas/New Year's	December 24-26, 2004 & December 31, 2004 - January 2, 2005
Good Friday - Easter	March 25-27, 2005

• Codes: S = Stove: W = Airtight wood stove: E = Electricity

FIREWOOD is $45.00 per 1/2 facecord or you must bring your own.
 

New Tent Camping Policy and fees:          Tent Camping charge of $1.00 per person per evening stay at camp. All fees must be paid in full no later than 2 weeks prior to your campout.

For detailed information, contact the Camping Department at the Council Service Center @ 716-891-4073.

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Last updated: June 14, 2004